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PostgraduateMSc

Forensic Psychology

Glasgow Caledonian University
Glasgow, Scotland
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1 yearDuration
£17,950Per Year (Intl)
£8,500Home Fee
N/AContinuation Rate

Course Overview

The MSc Forensic Psychology at Glasgow Caledonian University is a postgraduate programme designed for postgraduate students passionate about understanding the physical world. Based in Glasgow, Scotland, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 1-year full-time structure. Accredited by the British Psychological Society and designed for graduates with a psychology degree, the MSc Forensic Psychology degree from GCU is your next step towards chartered status and membership in the Division of Forensic Psychology. This degree draws on expertise within academia and GCU’s strong link with active practitioners to support you through the stage one process – including gaining an understanding in psychological, forensic, criminal and legal issues that will inform and influence your future career. You’ll learn to adopt an independent, analytical and evaluative approach... International tuition fees are £17,950 per year, home/UK fees are £8,500 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 7.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 95% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £23,000 within three years, and a 81% continuation rate.

What You'll Learn

Criminal Psychology and Offender Behaviour
Legal and Ethical Issues in Forensic Practice
Psychological Assessment and Risk Evaluation
Mental Disorder and Criminal Responsibility
Investigative Psychology and Profiling
Treatment and Rehabilitation of Offenders
Research Methods in Forensic Psychology
Dissertation in Forensic Psychology
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

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🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic76.56.56.56.5
PTE Academic76

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£17,950

per year

Total Course Cost (1 years)£17,950

Home Student Fee

£8,500

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.

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Graduate Outcomes

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💼 Employment Breakdown

75%Working
20%Work & Study
5%Seeking Work
70%Professional Jobs
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